GoRV - Digital Magazine Issue #54 | Page 28

RV FEATURE
M / T TYRES
Mud Terrain tyres ( the heaviest , strongest construction with a blocky , deep tread pattern ) have a low speed rating and a high load rating . Their tread pattern is designed for muddy offroad conditions , and while they offer good grip in other offroad situations , such as rock shelves , they are not the best for sanddriving . M / T tyres can be noisy and harsh on-road and do not give the same level of handling as A / T or H / T tyres , not to mention the M / T ’ s extra rolling resistance causing increased fuel consumption . It ’ s no wonder the M / T are so favoured for competition trucks .
For heavy-duty offroading applications , Light Truck M / T tyres are the ultimate choice . Their heavy construction provides good puncture resistance .
Buying new tyres for your 4WD can seem difficult , but if you do your research and ask the right questions of your tyre dealer you ’ re likely to be far happier with your 4WD tyre choice .
M / T tyres have a wide , chunky tread pattern for muddriving . The will also provide good grip in other offroad conditions , such as rock shelves .
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